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Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

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The tech giant had been ordered in 2021 to allow greater competition and open the App Store up to outside payment options.

'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America

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Chinese exporters tell the BBC if the US doesn't want their goods, "other countries have money" to buy them.

Deported gang members get second chance at call centre

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In the Mexican city of Tijuana a number of firms are employing people who were removed from the US.

'We want to trade': Vietnam's future caught between the US and China again

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The South East Asian country is on a path to prosperity, 50 years after the end of the Vietnam War.

Warning shops could be forced to accept cash in future

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There is no data on how widely cash is accepted which puts the UK at risk of becoming cashless, a report warns.

Trump set to ease tariff impact on US car makers

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Trump is due to hold a rally in Michigan, which is home to Ford, General Motors and Stellantis.

Australian PM dismisses warning over AAA credit rating

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High public spending puts the country's rating at risk if savings are not found, analysts have said.

What is bug hunting and why is it changing?

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Bug hunters make money by funding flaws in software, but AI is changing the way they work.

Airbus confirms deal for Spirit operations in Belfast

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The deal was first announced in July last year as part of a wider break up of the Spirit business.

School uniforms 'to get cheaper' for millions under new law

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The government says it will save parents £50 a year, but retailers say it could end up costing more.

There are signs Trump could be ready to retreat on tariffs

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BBC economic editor Faisal Islam on what comes next for the US president's central economic policy.

How Armenia is trying to build a Silicon Valley in the Caucasus

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The country is aiming to boost its technology sector by training children in tech from a young age.

M&S online disruption a 'bruise' to reputation, analyst says

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Online orders have been paused on the retail giant's website and app since Friday.

What in the World

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The office-core aesthetic isn’t just about style

Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers

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There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say.

Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers

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There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say.

The Inquiry

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Why Donald Trump has chosen to upend global trading

The Briefing Room

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Can the UK become an AI superpower as the government hopes?

California passes Japan as fourth largest economy

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The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth.

Ocado apologises to Mumsnet over 'hateful political views' comment

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Mumsnet's founder says a number of advertisers have pulled out over the site's gender discussions.

Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?

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Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?

Ed Miliband 'considering' regional energy pricing

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Ed Miliband says "zonal pricing" or reformed national pricing are the only available options to overhaul the energy market.

'We have had children hurt because of no carpets'

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A Halifax charity says it has fitted carpets to more than 400 homes to help struggling families.

Trump crypto soars as president offers dinner to top holders

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The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president.

Government borrowing for financial year higher than expected

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The government borrowed £151.9bn in the year to March, according to official figures.

Why should I care if the US dollar falls?

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Why movements in the US dollar have a massive impact internationally - and how it could affect you.

The record-breaking tunnel being built from Denmark to Germany

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The rail and road link will slash journey times between much of Scandinavia and continental Europe.

Global growth forecast slashed by IMF over tariff impact

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The US suffers the biggest downgrade to growth among advanced economies, in the influential International Monetary Fund's latest forecast.

Extra financial grants to help with cost of living

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People living in East Yorkshire can apply for the grant to help with food and energy costs.

US sets tariffs of up to 3,521% on South East Asia solar panels

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Several Chinese solar companies with factories across the region could face steep new tariffs.

Care homes 'risk bankruptcy' due to NI rises

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Industry association Care and Support West says it is likely some small providers will struggle.

China slams nations trying to 'appease' US in trade deals

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Beijing was responding to reports that the US will pressure other nations to restrict trade with China.

'I was careful and followed instructions closely, but still lost my crypto'

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A customer's experience highlights issues dealing with cryptocurrency, where many regular banking safeguards do not apply.

Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder

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Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home.

Currently

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Duncan Weldon explores the political and economic reality of relying on the bond markets.

Ocado apologises to Mumsnet over 'hateful political views' comment

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Mumsnet's founder says a number of advertisers have pulled out over the site's gender discussions.

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Why Steven Levitt swapped academia for podcasting.

Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive' trade talks

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The men held their first call since the US president imposed tariffs on UK goods earlier this month.

Designed in US, made in China: Why Apple is stuck

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China sits at the heart of Apple's supply chain - and has benefited hugely from it. Can they break up?

'Lifeline' hub helping families with help and advice

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The organisation began as a Facebook group to redistribute old clothing seven years ago.

Why everyone is suddenly so interested in US bond markets

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What is happening with US bonds, why Donald Trump cares and how ordinary Americans could be affected.

US lays out plans to hit Chinese ships with port fees

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The charges will start in 180 days and rise in the coming years.

Gold hits fresh record high over trade war fears

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It comes after the head of US central bank said Trump's tariff policies are likely to mean slower growth and higher prices.

Tesla whistleblower wins legal battle against Elon Musk

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Engineer Cristina Balan raised a safety concern about a design flaw which could affect the cars' braking in 2014.

Why China curbing rare earth exports is a huge blow to the US

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As the trade war continues to escalate, China has hit back at Trump by suspending exports of rare earth minerals.

'Getting Instagram to fix my account was almost traumatising'

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Small businesses say Meta is not helping them recover their hacked Instagram and Facebook accounts.

UK inflation falls as price of petrol comes down

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Inflation falls in the year to March as the price of petrol drops.

The perils of Trump's chips strategy: the US will struggle to take on Asia

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America is trying to create a chip industry through isolation and protectionism, when what allowed it to emerge in Asia is the opposite: collaboration

Nvidia expects $5.5bn hit as US tightens chip export rules to China

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The chip manufacturing giant, which has been at the heart of the AI boom, will require licences to export its H20 AI chip to China.

Biggest choice of low-deposit mortgages for 17 years

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First-time buyers will welcome the greater choice although prices are still on the rise.